Overview
The Center of Excellence (CoE) in Industrial Robotics at CSMSS Chh. Shahu College of Engineering provides a focused environment for hands-on training, applied research, and industry collaboration in robotics and automation. The center leverages industrial robots (ABB IRB 6700 with machining spindle and Panasonic welding robot to train students, support local industries, and enable R&D projects.
Vision & Mission
Vision: To be a leading centre that fosters innovation, research and industry-academia collaboration in industrial robotics—preparing students and professionals to meet the automation needs of modern manufacturing.
Mission:
- Provide hands-on training in industrial robotics and automation.
- Promote interdisciplinary R&D in robotic machining, forming and welding automation.
- Bridge academia and industry through collaborative projects and consultancy.
- Support student entrepreneurship and make graduates industry-ready.
Objectives and Major Focus Areas
- Skill development in robot programming, simulation (RobotStudio) and cell integration.
- Research in robotic machining, incremental forming, welding automation and control.
- Industry-oriented projects and consultancy for local MSMEs and manufacturing units. Workshops, short-term certification courses and student competitions.Collaboration with industry partners for internships, placements and technology transfer.
Key Activities / Achievements
- Incremental Forming Setup development on the ABB IRB 6700 for sheet metal forming research and prototyping.
- Robotic Machining using an integrated machining spindle on ABB IRB 6700 for material processing and CAM integration studies.
- Regular hands-on workshops on industrial robot programming, safety and simulation tools .
Events & Workshops
- Hands-on training sessions: Robot programming (ABB, Panasonic) and RobotStudio simulation.
- Guest lectures and industry interaction sessions with automation experts.
Infrastructure and Facilities
- ABB IRB 6700 industrial robot with machining spindle and incremental forming setup.
- Panasonic Welding Robot for teaching and research in welding automation.
- Robot simulation workstations with RobotStudio student version software.
- End-effectors, safety enclosures and dedicated control cabinets.
- Secure laboratory space with electrical infrastructure, compressed air, and welding exhaust systems.
Collaborations / MoUs / Industry Linkages
- Collaborative with local manufacturing units in Aurangabad and nearby industrial areas regarding robot assisted welding training.
- Proposed MoUs with Tool Tech Toolings and Grind master for enhanced academic-industry linkage.
- Support for MSMEs and startups through automation consultancy and prototyping services.
Faculty Contact Details for Communication:
| Faculty | Email - id | Contact No. |
|---|---|---|
| Prof. V. Y. Gosavi | vygosavi@csmssengg.org | +91 95794 42391 |
Student Representatives
- Ganesh Mahadev Chaudhar — Student Coordinator SY Mechanical Engineering.
- Shivnath Sukhdev Botkar — SY Mechanical Engineering.
- Neha Shivaji Gaikwad — SY Mechanical Engineering.
- Rutuja Gangadhar Hankare — SY Mechanical Engineering.
Contact Us
Address: Center of Excellence in Industrial Robotics, CSMSS Chh. Shahu College of Engineering, Kanchanwadi, Paithan Road, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar (Aurangabad), MS, India–431011
